($1,441) Movers From Toledo, OH to Gainesville, FL

What to know before moving from Toledo to Gainesville

• Rent prices in Gainesville are 78% higher than in Toledo.
• Home prices in Gainesville are 142.0% higher than in Toledo.
• Income in Gainesville is 6.5% lower than in Toledo.
• The cost of living for a single person in Gainesville is 74.1% higher than in Toledo.
• The cost of living for a family is the same in Gainesville and Toledo.
• The unemployment rate in Gainesville is 34.33% lower than in Toledo.
• Sales taxes in Gainesville are 4.11% lower than in Toledo.
• State income taxes in Gainesville are 100.00% lower than in Toledo.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $5,222.78 in Gainesville to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Toledo.

How life is different in Toledo vs. Gainesville

• Gainesville's population is about 48% less than Toledo.
• Gainesville's public transportation has a score of 6 out of 10 versus Toledo's higher score of 3.
• Gainesville is less walkable than Toledo with a score of 37 out of 100 vs Toledo's 46 out of 100.
• With a score of 69 out of 100, Gainesville is more bike-friendly than Toledo, which has a score of 46 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Gainesville's crime rate is lower than Toledo with a score of 8.0 compared to Toledo's 67.44. This means that Gainesville neighborhoods are safer than 8.0% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Toledo neighborhoods are safer than 67.44%.
• Gainesville is considered to be safer than Toledo with a safety index of 52.61 vs Toledo's 32.56.
• Air quality in Gainesville is good, and in Toledo it's good.

Other things to consider for your Toledo vs. Gainesville move

• Weather: April, November and October are the most pleasant months in Gainesville, while August and July are the least comfortable months.
• HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you'll want to check on how to reserve it for move day.
• Truck parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles and moving trucks. Find out if you need any parking permits ahead of time.
• State licensing: Individuals and companies engaging in for-profit local and intrastate moving within the Sunshine State must register each year with the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services – Division of Consumer Services. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Florida moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Florida does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move. You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Gainesville. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Released Value Protection stands out as a cost-effective choice, provided by movers at no extra expense, although it comes with limited coverage. In this option, the mover's liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. To ensure comprehensive coverage matching the full value of your items, consult with your chosen moving company about alternative options or explore third-party insurance providers. Secure the best protection for your belongings during the move with these tailored coverage choices.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Gainesville

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Gainesville", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Gainesville.

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